EDWARDSVILLE, Pa. — Wilkes football has struggled to gain positive attention in recent years, but an undefeated season thus far is allowing the Colonels to make a name for themselves. Even last year following a 6-4 season, Wilkes was in the shadow of Misericordia, who burst onto the scene with an 8-2 record. With this…

Name: Bud Moyer Year: Senior Major: History Minor: Secondary Education Hometown: Tamaqua, Pa. High School: Tamaqua Area HS Position: Linebacker   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? My decision to come to Wilkes was a combination of education and sports. I felt like Wilkes offered the best of both worlds in comparison…

EDWARDSVILLE, Pa. — Despite a scoreless first half, the Colonels lost 3-0 to nationally ranked No. 19 Arcadia University. “They’re a very good team. There’s a reason they’re ranked nineteenth in the country,” said head coach John McNichol. “They’re very athletic and aggressive.” With this approach, the Knights were able to keep possession and score…

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — There seems to be something different about the Colonels this year. Almost two years after they went 0-10, Wilkes’ approach has changed, and it showed Saturday when they improved to 3-0 with a 24-17 double-overtime win against Lycoming. The entire vibe around the team has shifted, and the team has started playing…

Name: Jamey Mikovich Year: Senior (P2 Student) Major: Pharmacy Hometown: Nesquehoning, Pa. High School: Panther Valley HS Position: Opposite Hitter   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? I wanted a school where I could play volleyball but also pursue a degree in pharmacy. Coach Czopek really persuaded me to come here throughout…

Name: Russell (RJ) Rauh  Year: Sophomore Major: Nursing Hometown: LaGrangeville, N.Y. High School: Arlington HS Position: Goalkeeper   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? I chose Wilkes because I am able to get a great education while still being able to play the sport that I have loved my entire life.  …

EDWARDSVILLE, Pa. — How does it feel to be 2-0? This question rang through the Colonel sideline and locker room following Wilkes’ 30-24 victory over Lebanon Valley on Saturday.  This non-conference matchup at Schmidt Stadium gave Wilkes their first 2-0 start since the 2009 season, when the Colonels began with three consecutive victories.  “For the…

Name: Morghan Murphy Year: Sophomore Major: Nursing Hometown: Mountain Top, Pa. High School: Crestwood HS Position: Forward   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? I chose Wilkes because I had the opportunity to study in the exceptional nursing program while simultaneously being able to play the sport I love. An added bonus…

Name: Nick Yanik Year: Junior Major: Communication Studies Minor: Marketing Hometown: Edison, N.J. High School: Edison HS Position: Wide Receiver   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? Being a wide receiver, I loved how much Wilkes loves to throw the football.  Also, I loved the scenery of campus and our Communications program….

Name: Kiana Jedlicka Year: Sophomore Major: Special Education Hometown: Poughquag, NY High School: Arlington HS Position: Left Wing   Driving force for your decision to come to Wilkes? I loved that Wilkes offered a good education program and that I was still able to play soccer.   Post graduation plans in terms of a career?…